Qigong Articles

The Heart of Winter Energy – A Special Date!   This month, the transition from fall to winter energy has been completed. Winter energy has completely taken over. On the Chinese calendar December 21st is a very important day. December 21st is the shortest day of the year and the longest night. It is the […]

June – A Month of Transition Master Chunyi Lin June is a month of transition. The life force is very strong this time of year, and nature puts it to good use. All the new life that began in the spring flourishes during the summer because it is getting all the energy from the earth,

The Five Elements The Five Elements—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—are the essential building blocks of life energy, or Qi, in Chinese philosophy. Each element represents a unique aspect of existence, and together, they form a dynamic system that reflects the natural rhythms of life. Achieving balance among these elements is viewed as key to

Traveling the Road to the Small Universe If you are already familiar with Spring Forest Qigong, you know that Small Universe is one of the most important meditations we do. Master Lin recommends that his students and clients practice it every day. But why? For one, it is an easy way to open the body’s

The Five Elements It’s winter!  That’s old news by now, especially if you live in Minnesota.  So, unless you live somewhere without the four seasons many of us experience – spring, summer, fall, and winter – you know what that means: short days, long nights, cold and snowy weather.  Long ago, it seems, all the

The Universe in a Fingertip In Spring Forest Qigong, every person’s body is defined as a “Small Universe.” As Master Chunyi Lin says, “You were created in the image of the universe.” This is in keeping with the Taoist tradition and philosophy that gave birth to the practice of Qigong.  Like so much of Spring

Winter Wellness: TCM Tips to Boost Kidney Energy & Vitality   As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, you might feel a natural urge to slow down. According to nature’s rhythm, this is exactly what you should be doing. On the Chinese calendar, the transition into deep winter happens between November 22nd

The Transition Energy of August By Master Chunyi Lin In life, as in nature, we have many peaks and valleys, bright days and dark ones. Life, like nature, it is always in the process of Transition and Transformation. Some happen very quickly and some very slowly. Some are predictable and others come on suddenly. Whether

Renew Yourself, Renew Your Purpose   These days, we hear a lot about “living a life of purpose.” In fact, a study by the Lovell Corporation found that the Millennial generation (those born between 1994 and 2001) “are driven more by purpose, passion, and impact” (Mercurio, Zach. huffpost.com 2017). They are on to something.            

Preparing Your Body for Winter: A TCM Guide to Nourishing Your Kidneys  As winter approaches, nature shows us how to live wisely. The vibrant energy of plants, so visible in spring and summer, retreats deep into the earth. The roots store this life force, conserving it for the burst of growth to come. In Traditional